MEMO
Introduction to Research Methodology for Law and Criminal Justice
MAY/JUNE 2024
SEMESTER 1 – 2024 - UNISA
16th – 24th MAY 2024
Unique number: 150258
QUESTIONS
The Constitutional Court of South Africa in the case of Sidumo v
Rustenburg Platinum Mines Ltd & Others 2007 12 BLLR 1097 (CC)
devised a new test to be applied when determining the fairness of
the dismissal. Discuss the case of Sidumo in the prescribed format
(facts, legal question, reasons for the decision or ratio decidendi and
the findings of the case) and highlight the test that the Constitutional
Court designed in deciding on fairness in labour law matters. (15
Marks)
Sidumo v Rustenburg Platinum Mines Ltd & Others 2007 12 BLLR
1097 (CC) in the prescribed format:
Facts: Mr. Sidumo was a security guard employed by Rustenburg
Platinum Mines Ltd. He was dismissed for incompetence after failing to
perform his duties, which led to a significant amount of precious metal